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Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Maritain, Jacques
knowledge by connaturality, but also a knowledge that can be pursued through the practical discipline of ‘mystical contemplation.’ In this way, human beings acquire a kind of knowledge that makes them more loving and more spiritual....
Other Metals
unique properties. Review the different types of metals and where you find each on the periodic table. (Alkali metals are in group (or column) 1; alkaline-earth metals are in group 2; transition metals are in groups 3 through 12; and the "other metals a...
Great Apes
thoughtful ways, exhibit self-awareness, and demonstrate an empathic understanding of what other apes—or humans—are experiencing. 3. Go on to mention that one of the ongoing discussions in behavioral research is about whether apes are as intelligent as human beings. 4. In...
Afro-Louisiana History and Genealogy, 1718-1820
plantation location, and origin. People with other interests are limited by the lack of a keyword search. The searches on African names, revolts, and runaways sort the records by categories not available through the search engine. Knowledge of database programs ...
Heavens Above
the planets in our solar system revolve around the sun, the sun itself revolves around the center of the galaxy, and so do the other stars in our galaxy. Even the galaxy itself is moving. 3. Divide the class into four groups, allowing each group time to use a computer sh...
Animating Motion
Animate the motion of a car, truck, and plane based on relative motions in a particular reference frame (Challenge #3). Background In a universe full of motion, change is inevitable. Luckily, we find that some motions—like a planet orbiting t...
Introduction to the Sphakia Survey
identify and classify objects, which are an important part of archaeological sleuthing. The case study guides students through the data by offering a set of questions that may be asked of the databases. It starts by providing a fully worked out example, on bee kee...
101 Ways to Combat Prejudice: Your House of Worship
77Host a tour for elected and appointed city/town officials to learn more about your religion and the programs and activities your religious community offers. 78Ensure that all faiths are represented accurately in existing library materials and religi...
Animals in the Wild
Snakes are also food for other birds and animals. Discuss what might happen in your community if you got rid of all the snakes. Which animals would no longer have a predator to control the population? Which animals would have less food to eat? Use drawings to illustrate w...
Exploration of Mars
Objectives Students will understand the following: 1. Since the dawn of the space age in the 1960s, we have sent spacecraft to the most easily reached places in our solar system, such as Mars. 2. For exploration of celestial bodies, NASA has developed a three-phase s...
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